Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1316804

American Dagger Moth
Acronicta americana

Observation date: October 06, 2021
Submitted by: GrannyLieb
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Sitting on a metal wheelbarrow behind a barn near swamp maple trees, mulch bins, and manure pile. Shady area in the early morning and much of the day. First time I've ever seen this type of caterpillar in the 38 years we've lived here.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: November 20, 2021
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Massachusetts, Middlesex County

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